Maitre D

Bridges is an acclaimed restaurant in Chinatown, and we’re looking for a Maitre D to lead our front door with confidence, warmth, and intention.

What you’ll do:

As Maitre D, you’ll serve as the anchor of the front door and the pace-setter for the guest experience at Bridges. You are the calm, confident, and gracious presence that ensures every guest is welcomed with care and seated with thoughtfulness.

• Own the flow of the room and coordinate seating to maximize the energy and potential of each service
• Manage the reservation book and waitlist with precision, empathy, and awareness of service pacing

• Build and nurture relationships with our guests — especially our regulars and neighbors — ensuring they feel recognized and appreciated

• Lead the host team with clarity and kindness, training them to anticipate and adapt throughout service
• Collaborate closely with the management, bar, and kitchen teams to keep communication seamless
• Personally welcome VIPs, regulars, and first-timers alike with the same level of presence and hospitality
• Support pre-shift planning and post-service recaps
• Uphold and champion our standards of hospitality, even (and especially) in the busiest moments

What we offer you:

• Employee Dining Discounts
• Employer-led Training & Education
• A thoughtful and ambitious team culture where your voice matters
• Healthcare and benefits

Who you are:

• You are deeply passionate about hospitality and find joy in making people feel seen and taken care of
• You have experience in managing the front door at high-volume, high-standard restaurants
• Proficiency of Resy is a must as well as the ability to think strategically about the book
• You have strong communication skills and stay composed under pressure
• You lead by example, with humility and quiet confidence
• You’re excited to contribute to a new restaurant’s growth and identity
• Weekend availability is a must